The Fish Cabin is literally just 7 steps from the lake, putting you right at the water’s edge.
This cozy cabin features two bedrooms, one bathroom, and a full kitchen equipped with a gas stove, microwave, refrigerator, toaster, drip coffee maker, and enough cookware, dishes, and flatware to make your stay comfortable. Inside, you’ll also find a small dining table, a futon, and an armchair—perfect for relaxing after a day on the lake.
We’re a pet-friendly resort, so your furry friends are welcome! A fee of $25 per pet, per night applies.
Enjoy 1 GB WiFi that reaches all the way to the end of the dock, along with Roku TV and Spectrum service for your entertainment. Recent updates include a beautiful new live-edge countertop, sink, and backsplash, plus new ceiling fans in each bedroom. Towels and bed linens are now provided for your convenience.
Outside, you’ll find a picnic table, a Weber charcoal grill, and a couple of chairs for enjoying the fresh air. Shared amenities include the beach, dock, fire pit, kayaks, tetherball, shuffleboard, and a fish cleaning station. There is also plenty of private parking located directly across the street for vehicles and trailers. It also has a NEW live edge countertop, sink and backsplash! We also added new fans to each bedroom. And do provide towels and linens for the beds now too! Outside there is a picnic table, Weber Charcoal Grill, and a couple of chairs. Shared amenities are the beach, dock, fire pit, kayaks, tetherball, shuffleboard, and a fish cleaning station. There is plenty of private parking right across the street for your vehicles and trailers. The Houghton Lake area almost has too many things to mention. We are walking distance to the copper gazebo where the birdwatching and fishing are incredible. Swimming, boating (several places to rent pontoons, or we have some small fishing boats to rent too), waterskiing, GOLF (many great courses in the immediate area), fishing, hiking, ORV’s are for rent right down the street (snowmobiles too), geocaching (one of the largest in the state), shopping, eating, kayaking, color tours, cross country skiing, sledding, and many, many more things to do here.
-- THE PROPERTY -- Shared Free WiFi (High-Speed 1GB, Reaches Dock) | Roku Smart TV w/ Spectrum App
Made for families who value endless outdoor recreation above all else, this Houghton Lake home makes it easy to partake in fresh air activities.
Bedroom 1: Full Bed | Bedroom 2: Full Bed | Living Room: Futon
SHARED AMENITIES: Fish cleaning room (take remains to dumpster), boat dock (boat rentals available), beach access, splash boards, swing set, shuffleboard, tetherball, horseshoes OUTDOOR LIVING: Picnic table, charcoal grill (BYOC), 2 beach chairs INDOOR LIVING: Space heater, 4-person dining table KITCHEN: Well-equipped, cooking basics, dishware & flatware, microwave, toaster, drip coffee maker, knife set GENERAL: Starter toilet paper, trash bags & paper towels, hangers, bedding, 6 bath towels FAQ: Step-free access, 5 external security cameras (facing out), linens/towels not provided, pet fee (paid pre-trip) PARKING: Community parking lot (1 vehicle), additional vehicle & RV/trailer parking available across the street ADDT’L ACCOMMODATIONS: There are 7 additional properties available on-site, each with separate nightly rates. If you would like to reserve multiple rentals, please book individually online:-)
-- POLICIES --
- No smoking - Pet friendly with a $25/pet/night fee - No events, parties, or large gatherings unless the entire property is booked - Must be at least 25 years old to book - Additional fees and taxes may apply - Photo ID may be required upon check-in - NOTE: There are other bookable vacation rentals on-site; other travelers may be present during your stay and share the WiFi connection - NOTE: Your safety matters. This property features 5 external security cameras. These cameras are outward-facing and do not look into any interior spaces. Camera 1 is located in the parking lot, camera 2 is located in the parking lot across the street, camera 3 is located on the front of the lodge facing the road, camera 4 faces the yard, and camera 5 faces the beach and dock. All cameras actively record video and audio when motion is detected and will be turned on during your stay - NOTE: Linens, towels, and pillows are provided at the property. It is recommended that you bring a few more for an extended stay. :-) Also, please bring your own beach towels, they are not provided. -NOTE: For safety reasons, please make sure you include the correct amount of people and pets per cabin/house when making the reservation.
Fumeurs autorisés : dans certaines zones déterminées
Guest is required to sign a Rental Agreement. Minimum Age to Rent is 25.
Security Deposit of $250. Cancellation Fee Applies. Violations of house rules will terminate booking.
No Smoking, Pets considered with written approval and Pet Fee Paid, No Parties/Events.
Renseignements importants
À savoir
Nº de l’hébergement : 3259087vb
Des frais pour toute personne supplémentaire peuvent être facturés et dépendent de la politique de l'hébergement
Une pièce d'identité officielle avec photo et un dépôt de garantie en espèces, par carte de crédit ou par carte de débit, peuvent être demandés à l'arrivée pour couvrir tous frais imprévus
Les demandes spéciales, qui ne peuvent pas être garanties, sont soumises à disponibilité à l'arrivée et peuvent entraîner des frais supplémentaires
Les fêtes et les événements de groupe sont interdits
Note du propriétaire : No parties/events allowed
L'hôte a indiqué que l'hébergement était équipé d'un détecteur de monoxyde de carbone
L'hôte a indiqué que l'hébergement était équipé d'un détecteur de fumée
Cet hébergement comprend les dispositifs de sécurité suivants : un extincteur et une trousse de secours
À propos du quartier
Houghton Lake
Cette cabane vous donne rendez-vous à Houghton Lake, plus précisément dans le centre-ville, sur la plage. Profitez de votre séjour pour expérimenter de nouvelles activités aux célèbres Houghton Lake Marina et Brian's Lakeside Marina. Vous préférez le calme et la beauté des grands espaces ? Mettez plutôt le cap sur les magnifiques sites de Houghton Lake Flats Flooding State Wildlife Management Area et Houghton Lake Wildlife Research Area. Durant votre séjour, partez à la découverte des pistes environnantes et testez le ski de fond ou le snowboard. Ces quelques jours sont également l'occasion rêvée de vous essayer à la motoneige et à la luge.
Houghton Lake Flats Flooding State Wildlife Management Area - 5 min à pied - 0.5 km
South Higgins Lake State Park - 14 min en voiture - 19.4 km
Au Sable River - 19 min en voiture - 42.4 km
Fife Lake - 58 min en voiture - 83.2 km
Transport
Aéroport de Traverse City Cherry Capital (TVC) - 80 min en voiture
Restaurants
McDonald's - 5 min en voiture
Spikehorn Restaurant & Lounge - 20 min en voiture
MJ's Eatery - 6 min en voiture
Little Boots Country Diner - 8 min en voiture
The backdoor saloon - 9 min en voiture
Foire aux questions
Full Cabin: 7 Steps to the Lake! PET FRIENDLY accepte-t-il les animaux de compagnie?
Oui, cet hébergement accepte les animaux de compagnie.
Combien cela coûte-t-il de séjourner à Full Cabin: 7 Steps to the Lake! PET FRIENDLY?
En date du 12 mai 2026, les prix trouvés pour un séjour d’une nuit pour deux adultes à l’hébergement Full Cabin: 7 Steps to the Lake! PET FRIENDLY le 25 août 2026 commencent à 352 $ CA, taxes et frais en sus. Ce prix est fondé sur le plus bas prix par nuit des 24 dernières heures pour des séjours dans les 30 prochains jours. Les prix sont sujets à changement. Choisissez vos dates pour obtenir des prix précis.
Combien coûte le stationnement à Full Cabin: 7 Steps to the Lake! PET FRIENDLY?
L’hébergement dispose d’un stationnement sur place.
À quelle heure est-il possible d'arriver à Full Cabin: 7 Steps to the Lake! PET FRIENDLY?
L’arrivée est possible à partir de 15 h.
À quelle heure doit s'effectuer le départ à Full Cabin: 7 Steps to the Lake! PET FRIENDLY?
Le départ est à 10 h.
Où se situe Full Cabin: 7 Steps to the Lake! PET FRIENDLY?
Houghton Lake - chalet rustique de bord de plage se trouve au centre-ville, à quelques pas des sites suivants : Houghton Lake et Houghton Lake Flats Flooding State Wildlife Management Area. Houghton Lake Marina est à 2,2 mi (3,5 km).
Avis
9,0
Merveilleux
Les avis sont présentés en ordre chronologique, soumis à un processus de modération et vérifiés, à moins d’indication contraire.
Points forts : Propreté, arrivée, communication, emplacement, exactitude de l’annonce
Cabin was a little more snug than I expected, and beach area would be great for little children
Jessica M.
Séjour de 3 nuits en août 2025
Avis vérifié
10/10 – Excellent
Jayson S.
6 juill. 2025
Points forts : Propreté, arrivée, communication, emplacement, exactitude de l’annonce
Great Stay
Family had a great time. Good people good location. Had a boat dock we could park a boat at. Had a very nice time.
Jayson S.
Séjour de 3 nuits en juin 2025
Avis vérifié
10/10 – Excellent
Amanda S.
17 juin 2024
Points forts : Propreté, arrivée, communication, emplacement, exactitude de l’annonce
Great stay
Had a great 2 night stay at the cabin with the family
Amanda S.
Séjour de 2 nuits en juin 2024
VrboOwner a répondu le 27 juin 2024
Thank you for staying with us! We are glad to be able to provide an AWESOME get away for you and your family.
Avis provenant d’un site partenaire
8/10 – Bien
Elizabeth D.
23 juin 2025
Good time at Whitetail Resort
Cabin was rustic but comfortable. We really enjoyed being able to bring our pets.
Elizabeth D.
Avis vérifié
8/10 – Bien
Ken L.
20 juill. 2023
Points forts : Propreté, arrivée, emplacement et exactitude de l’annonce.
Great location
We enjoyed our visit
Ken L.
Séjour de 2 nuits en juillet 2023
Avis vérifié
10/10 – Excellent
Louis B.
24 avr. 2023
Points forts : Propreté, arrivée, communication, emplacement, exactitude de l’annonce
Great Stay
We really enjoyed the stay. It was a nice comfortable cabin on the lake. We would stay again.
Louis B.
Séjour de 2 nuits en mars 2023
Avis provenant d’un site partenaire
10/10 – Excellent
Fatima C.
11 juill. 2023
Amazing place
Everthing was so clean and we enjoyed our time a lot.
Fatima C.
Avis vérifié
8/10 – Bien
gayle t.
26 juill. 2025
Points forts : Propreté, arrivée, communication, emplacement, exactitude de l’annonce
Lake visit
Met with family. The kids really enjoyed the beach and the water. It was ideal for younger kids. The cabin is very small but was adequate for our group. The little group of cabins it was among were friendly and casual.
gayle t.
Séjour de 2 nuits en juillet 2025
Avis vérifié
10/10 – Excellent
Alvaro S.
5 mars 2023
Points forts : Propreté, arrivée, communication, emplacement, exactitude de l’annonce
Love coming here!
Been here twice now and it’s always such a great experience! Cabins are nice and cozy, only a few steps out onto the lake and will be back many more times!
Alvaro S.
Séjour de 1 nuit en mars 2023
Avis vérifié
10/10 – Excellent
Joseph B.
14 oct. 2024
Points forts : Propreté, arrivée, emplacement et exactitude de l’annonce.
Weekend getaway
Saw fall colors
Joseph B.
Séjour de 2 nuits en octobre 2024
VrboOwner a répondu le 15 oct. 2024
Thank you for staying with us!
Avis vérifié
10/10 – Excellent
Amy R.
23 juin 2023
Points forts : Propreté, arrivée, communication, emplacement, exactitude de l’annonce
We will definitely be back…
Wonderful time spent at the resort. Rent the fishing boat… you won’t be disappointed!
Amy R.
Séjour de 2 nuits en juin 2023
Avis provenant d’un site partenaire
10/10 – Excellent
Heather M.
11 juill. 2023
Cute little place
My boyfriend and I stayed here for our anniversary little getaway. Its a cute little cabin right on the water. I wish it was nicer out so we could have played in the water more but otherwise we very much enjoyed our stay :) also the beds were super comfy!
Heather M.
Avis provenant d’un site partenaire
10/10 – Excellent
Robert K.
12 juill. 2023
Great week at White Tail Family Resort
Great place to stay and enjoy the awesome views of the lake! We have 3 younger boys and they had so much fun swimming, going on kayaking adventures and playing at the beach as well as catching fish right off the dock! Tom is making improvements and the cleaning service fee is worth it! I'd highly recommend staying here, we loved it so much we made the decision to stay another 2 nights!
Robert K.
Avis vérifié
10/10 – Excellent
Vinnie D.
7 avr. 2023
Points forts : Propreté, arrivée, emplacement et exactitude de l’annonce.
Over night stay
Very near and tidy cabin a few steps from houghton lake. Didn’t really hear back from Tom back on the verbo app messenger, but other than that, great shirt over night stay. Recommend it!
Vinnie D.
Séjour de 1 nuit en mars 2023
Avis vérifié
10/10 – Excellent
Eric S.
23 oct. 2024
Points forts : Propreté, arrivée, communication, emplacement, exactitude de l’annonce
Great property.
The big show was the fall colors on the lake. Being able to open the blinds or step out the door to a beautiful crisp sunrise on the lake is worth it! Tom is a stand up guy and we wish him the best in life.
Eric S.
Séjour de 2 nuits en octobre 2024
VrboOwner a répondu le 23 oct. 2024
Eric - thank you for your awesome review! We love the lake and glad you got to enjoy it as well.
Please come back when it is warm and enjoy the water!
Kindest!
Avis vérifié
10/10 – Excellent
Arlo B.
15 oct. 2023
Points forts : Propreté, arrivée, communication, emplacement, exactitude de l’annonce
Perfectly Fine
Overall we stayed and had a perfectly fine time in the off season, cooking, staying warm and enjoying a quaint, quiet experience as a small family-which is exactly what we were looking for.
Arlo B.
Séjour de 2 nuits en octobre 2023
Avis vérifié
6/10 – Acceptable
Emily G.
1 oct. 2024
Points forts : Propreté, arrivée et communication.
Points faibles : Emplacement
Smaller than expected.
It was a nice little place very close to the lake. The beach is small and cabin was smaller than expected and very close to the other cabins, not a lot of privacy if thats what you’re looking for this might not be the place for you. Other than that the place was great, pet friendly and me and my husband had a good stay.
Emily G.
Séjour de 2 nuits en septembre 2024
Avis vérifié
8/10 – Bien
Voyageur vérifié
21 août 2023
Points forts : Propreté, arrivée, communication, emplacement, exactitude de l’annonce
Quaint vintage cabin
Nice location with a good spot to swim. Several nice kayaks plus kiddie kayaks free to use. Aluminum boats to rent reasonably. Nice dock with plenty available space to dock your own and space for your boat trailer as well. I would like to see a few more outlets inside the cabin, instead of extension cords throughout the place. However, it is a vintage cabin, and one has to remember the era that it was built without the need for so many plug-ins!
Voyageur vérifié
Séjour de 4 nuits en août 2023
VrboOwner a répondu le 22 août 2023
Glad you enjoyed your stay, and thank you for the kind review!
Avis vérifié
2/10 – Terrible
TeatleGaming
14 nov. 2024
Points faibles : Propreté, communication et exactitude de l’annonce.
Lady Bugs and Cobwebs
I rented this unit for one day. Before calling it quits, I had to kill over 15 ladybugs. VRBO and the Host were late responding and said that bugs in the unit were "to be expected." I didn't even hear from the Host the day of, only the next day I got an email. There were also huge cobwebs over the bed in the bedroom. The unit was not properly cleaned, They ignored the images with bugs. I will never use again. There are cracks in the wood panel, the unit is not insulated, just an overall disappointment. but bugs in units are not acceptable. You have been warned.
TeatleGaming
Séjour de 1 nuit en novembre 2024
À propos de l’hôte
Votre hôte
The Smolinski family fell in love with the Whitetail Family Resort as soon as we saw it. The lake is incredible, peaceful and serene especially in North Bay where it is located. We bought the resort in 2021 with the goal of having a place that would give guests a place to make memories with their family and friends and hopefully bring a smile to their faces that will last a lifetime…just like the stories we’ve heard from guests that have been coming back year after year after year for decades.
It is formerly Morris’ Northernaire Resort in the 50’s where they used to raise bear cubs right here on the resort for guests to play with. It is amazing hearing the stories from past guests that have enjoyed staying here.
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